Figure 102. Cable removal
10. If you are instructed to return the EIA assembly, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging
materials for shipping that are supplied to you.
For the left EIA assembly
1. Read the safety information that begins on "Safety" on page v and "Removing and replacing guidelines"
on page 101.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cord and all external cables.
3. Remove the top cover (see "Removing the top cover" on page 116).
4. Remove the fan cage assembly (see "Removing the fan cage assembly" on page 135).
5. Disconnect the front video cable form the system board.
Note: Disengage all latches, release tabs or locks on cable connectors when you disconnect all cables
from the system board. Failing to release them before removing the cables will damage the cable
sockets on the system board. The cable sockets on the system board are fragile. Any damage to the
cable sockets may require replacing the system board.
EIA assembly
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